LIVING IN HOUSING. University-provided interior furniture (e.g. common area and student room furniture) may not be moved outside by residents or by Student Housing, including to patios or balconies, for any reason. Bedroom furniture must remain in the assigned room unless removal is approved by the building manager. Requests to take away furniture from apartments will not be granted unless approved by the Office of Accessible Education (OAE). Student room furniture is not permitted to be moved to and/or stored in common area corridors or stairwells. At check-out, university furniture must be assembled and in the same place within the room as it was at check-in. Common Room Furniture Common room furniture is to remain in the common spaces and may not be removed for any reason. Violations of this policy will result in charges for any damages to the furniture and/or building, including replacement costs. Common spaces in residences and/or apartments are not intended to be used as storage or holding spaces for items or belongings. Furniture that has been rearranged for an event must be returned to its original location immediately after the event. In addition, student room furniture that has been rearranged must be returned to its original location prior to move out. Because of fire and life safety codes, personal belongings, student room R&DE Student Housing 2019-20 Residence Agreement 42 furniture, and common room furniture may not be relocated to hallways or stairwells, or restrict exit pathways. Beds Extra beds are not provided for children under two years of age. You must provide a crib for children under two. Lofting or bunking beds is not permitted in graduate housing residences. Lofting or bunking beds is only permitted in designated undergraduate buildings in R&DE Student Housing using only university-supplied lofted beds (for more information, contact your Housing Building Manager or Housing Front Desk). Limited supplies are made available in designated undergraduate buildings on a first-come, first-served basis; look for posted check-out hours and locations or contact your Housing Front Desk. If you bunk or loft your bed (in buildings that currently provide for this bed configuration), two guardrails are required on upper bunks and lofted beds even if you do not plan to sleep on the loft. Tool free beds require one support rail and two guardrails when lofted; all others require two support rails and two guardrails when lofted. If you have your bed raised above a 36” h...
LIVING IN HOUSING. To comply with safety codes and as a courtesy to other residents and community members, bikes must not be left in any interior common areas such as hallways and entryways or in exterior breezeways and walkways. Bikes should be locked only to bike racks. If bikes are locked to any object other than a bike rack, or if they are blocking wheelchair access, the locks are subject to being cut and the bikes impounded by the Department of Public Safety. Bicycles left in building common areas, e.g. hallways, lounges, or stairwells, will be removed. Bicycles left over the summer must be registered and stored properly in designated areas or they will be impounded. See xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx for complete information on bicycle use at Stanford. Operation of Unmanned Flying Vehicles Third parties are prohibited from flying Unmanned Flying Vehicles, including but not limited to model aircraft, drones, unmanned aircraft systems, rockets, and weather balloons (“UFVs”) within or above university lands. Current R&DE Student Housing 2019-20 Residence Agreement 38 faculty, students, staff, or other persons acting on behalf of the university may fly UFVs only with advance approval by the university’s UFV Committee. For more information or to request permission: xxxxx://xxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx. edu/policies/research-policy-handbook/environmental-health-and-safety/ operation-unmanned-flying-vehicles. Golf Carts Other than for disability-related needs, student use of golf cart-type vehicles for personal transportation is prohibited on campus. Vehicle Operation and Parking Motor vehicles may be kept, operated, and parked on the Stanford campus in accordance with the rules and regulations established by Stanford University and the California Vehicle Code. You must purchase a parking permit from Parking and Transportation Services to park your car, motorcycle, or scooter. See xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx for specific information. No mechanical or other maintenance work is allowed on boats, cars, motorcycles or other vehicles in residential living areas, in designated parking areas, or in adjacent street areas. Motorcycles and scooters may be driven only where automobiles are driven and parked only in automobile or motorcycle parking areas. They are not to be parked in or near bike racks. They are also prohibited in or within 100 feet of any university residence. Any vehicles found inside a building will be impounded and all costs billed to the owner. Car Washing Equipment and vehicle...
LIVING IN HOUSING. The university does not carry insurance covering personal property and is not liable for and does not assume any responsibility for theft, destruction, malfunction, failure, or loss of money, valuables or other personal property belonging to, or in the custody of, the resident from any cause whatsoever, whether such loss occurs in the resident’s room/apartment, storage area or public areas. Therefore, it is advisable that you obtain your own renter’s insurance to cover your personal property in the event of damage or loss.
LIVING IN HOUSING. Students who live in Student Housing (on or off campus) may have visitors, including overnight guests, in your room as long as the guest occupies only your room for the duration of the visit and you have the agreement of your roommate(s) (if any). Guests must be accompanied in the residence and may not be provided with a key or access card. The Front Desk will not issue lockout keys and will not grant access to your room/apartment to guests that are not accompanied by the resident/contract holder. Visitors/guests must comply with all university policies and all terms and conditions of this agreement, including respecting the rights of others at all times. Guests may only stay for a maximum of five nights total per quarter. Guests who stay for three or more consecutive days or five days total per quarter must register with the Housing Front Desk. One guest per resident is permitted in the residence hall, with no more than two guests per room. Unless approved, any guest who stays longer than these periods is deemed an unauthorized occupant, and you will be subject to unauthorized occupancy charges. You are responsible for your guests and for their compliance with this guest policy. In the event this policy is abused, the university reserves the right to deny guest privileges to you or all students in your residence or to terminate your contract at its discretion. Student organizations who wish to host overnight guests must receive prior approval from Student Activities and Leadership (XXX) and follow all of the xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx 43 terms as explained on their webpage: xxxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx/policies/event- planning-policies/overnight-guests. HOUSE STORAGE SPACE Storage in Undergraduate Housing House storage spaces are limited and not available in all residences. House storage is not intended to be used as a storage space for university furniture. House storage spaces are intended for current residents only and all resident- stored items must be removed upon move out. Items left in storage spaces after move out will be considered abandoned and may be removed pursuant to applicable law. Storage of flammable liquids and solids is not permitted. Storage should not be considered secure, as all residents have access. Stanford cannot be held responsible for damage or theft of items placed in storage. Residents must adhere to signage. Clear paths must be available for access to electrical or mechanical boxes, and items stored must not interfere with fire...
LIVING IN HOUSING. Construction, renovation, and repair projects (both on and off campus) will necessarily cause increased noise around directly involved and nearby residences, as well as throughout other housing areas. While all possible measures are taken to minimize the impact of these projects, any student moving into or living in affected areas should be prepared to accept the unavoidable aspects of life in a neighborhood under construction. Continual inspections and work may occur in and around your residence prior to and up to a year after a major construction or renovation project. Some students may be required to move to different rooms or temporarily vacate their current rooms while work is underway. Students who need to move because their room is scheduled to be renovated or demolished will remain under contract and will not be released from contract unless they are otherwise eligible for release. Information on major R&DE Student Housing renovation projects is located at xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx/xxxxxxxxxxxx. Information on major university projects under design and construction is located on the Capital Planning and Management website at xxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx/xxxxxxxx. These web pages are updated periodically. Other projects not listed on these web pages may also be undertaken. By signing this agreement, you acknowledge that you have been advised of scheduled projects, that you understand that other projects may arise, and you accept your housing assignment accordingly.
LIVING IN HOUSING. Air conditioners are permitted in apartments or rooms only if approved by the Office of Accessible Education, and must comply with specifications provided by the Housing Building Manager. Air conditioners will be removed (at a cost to the resident for labor and materials) if installed without authorization. Portable dishwashers may be used in apartment kitchens in graduate housing as long as they are Energy Star rated. Students in Escondido Village with washer/dryer hook-ups in their apartments may install Energy Star rated appliances after obtaining permission from their Housing Building Manager. NOISE POLICY Noise in or around a residence that infringes on the rights of other residents or members of the university community is a violation of this agreement. In addition, students are reminded to curtail noisy activity by 11:00 p.m. on weeknights (Sunday through Thursday) and by 1:00 a.m. on weekends (Friday and Saturday).
LIVING IN HOUSING. You may not change any lock or place any additional locks on any door of your room or any other doors within your residence. You may not repair, replace, remove, or anyway modify any University-owned property or cause or permit any repairs to be performed by others. This includes altering or adding any item (e.g. temporary walls, lofts, awning, structures) on the interior or exterior of the room /building that would impact the standards set for the aesthetics, safety, or security of residents of the building. In addition, you may not paint interior or exterior areas, including adding a new mural or altering an existing house mural. For information on canvas for house murals or repairs to existing house murals, contact the Housing Building Manager. If it is found that you have made an unauthorized alteration to your residence, R&DE Student Housing reserves the right to immediately restore the area to its original condition. R&DE Student Housing 2018-19 Residence Agreement xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx 45 44 RESTRICTED AREAS Access to non-residential spaces (e.g. attics, mechanical rooms, equipment rooms, roofs) is restricted to authorized university personnel. SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT Stanford University is a non-smoking campus. It is the policy of Stanford University that all smoking, including but not limited to tobacco products and the use of electronic smoking devices, is prohibited in enclosed buildings and facilities and during indoor or outdoor events on the campus. In university residences, this includes all interior common areas, individual rooms and apartments, covered walkways, stairwells, balconies, outdoor areas where smoke may drift into buildings, and during organized indoor and outdoor events. Violations of this policy will be forwarded to the Residence Xxxx and may result in loss of university housing privileges. Smoking is permitted in outdoor areas except during organized events. Outdoor smoking areas must be at least 30 feet away from doorways, open windows, covered walkways and ventilation systems to prevent smoke from entering enclosed buildings and facilities. Dispose of used smoking products in designated locations, such as urns, not on hardscape or in landscaping.
LIVING IN HOUSING. Prior to and after the move-out of residents (including you, your roommate(s), and/or previous occupants of the room), the university will conduct inspection, cleaning, and repair work in the room (including common areas in apartments and suites). You may request a pre-inspection of your room prior to move-out so you have the opportunity to address any concerns. However, because of the volume of student move-outs, it is impractical to schedule individual appointments for all students, and inspections and work may be carried out over several weeks. If you are absent from your room when inspection or work takes place, the university will leave notification of entry.
LIVING IN HOUSING. Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and gender in education programs and activities, which includes university housing. Stanford is committed to providing a campus environment that is free of sex and gender discrimination. Stanford’s Title IX Policy & Procedures, available at xxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx, cover the following Prohibited Sexual Conduct: sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual assault, relationship (dating or domestic) violence and stalking. Violations of the university’s Title IX Policy R&DE Student Housing 2019-20 Residence Agreement can result in a range of administrative and/or disciplinary actions, including loss of housing privileges. UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, AND CABLE SERVICES Utilities Housing charges include normal water, sewer, electricity, heat, and trash disposal services. You are responsible for paying for all other services or utilities. The university shall not be liable for failure to supply utilities or for an interruption in service. You must comply with university conservation measures and at all times exercise reasonable efforts to conserve resources. During the warmer months of the year (April through November), Stanford, at its discretion, may discontinue heat supply for the purpose of conserving energy. Technology Fee A technology fee from Information Technology Services, separate from housing charges, will be billed to your account quarterly. (See “Technology Fee” under Rate, Billing and Payment Information.) Cable & Television Reception Student residences are wired for cable service, with courtesy service and paid subscription levels available from university IT. It is a federal offense to receive a cable television signal without proper authorization from the cable television service provider. It is also illegal to allow another party to gain access to the cable television signal from your service. You may also not affix any antenna or satellite dish to the exterior of your building or to any fence or railing. VENDING MACHINES R&DE Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries contracts with vending machine firms to furnish exclusive service to the entire campus. For this reason, no student groups are permitted to install vending machines of any type. The university is not responsible for money lost in vending machines. LIVING IN HOUSING xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxx.xxx 47 HEALTH, SAFETY & SECURITY EMERGENCY POLICIES Emergency Instructions You are responsible for familiarizing yourself with the loc...
LIVING IN HOUSING. Residents of Escondido Village who care for more than one family’s children besides their own are required by the State of California to become licensed child-care providers. The Stanford WorkLife Office provides assistance in the licensing process and also assists parents in finding child care for their children. Nannies, au pairs, and relatives not part of the nuclear family are not considered part of the family contract. As such, if nannies, au pairs, or family members are found living in R&DE Student Housing there will be an administrative fee for unauthorized occupancy at a rate of $175 per day levied against the resident holding the housing contract. CLEANING AND MOVING OUT Cleaning You are responsible for cleaning your room, which includes separating your personal trash from recyclable materials and depositing in the appropriate landfill and recycling bins provided for you in waste corrals outside your residence. It is recommended that students with personal kitchens also separately collect compostable materials. Additionally, you are responsible for keeping your room in good order and condition throughout your residency in order to comply with health and safety codes and to minimize deterioration of the facility. If you live in an apartment or suite, you are jointly responsible with your roommate(s), spouse, and/or family for cleaning common areas of your apartment or suite as well as your bedroom(s).
